Nina’s Indian Grocery & Restaurant

Nina’s Indian Grocery & Restaurant: located at 23542 El Toro Rd Lake Forest, CA 92630, is a hidden gem that caters to the South Asian community in South Orange County. This establishment offers a unique blend of Indian groceries and delectable cuisine, making it a one-stop destination for all your culinary needs.

At Nina’s Indian Grocery & Restaurant, you can explore a wide range of international grocery items, including imported British foods, spices, and housewares. The market section is stocked with a diverse selection of products, making it a go-to spot for those hard-to-find ingredients for your favorite Indian recipes.

When it comes to dining, Nina’s Indian Grocery & Restaurant stands out for its cafeteria-style restaurant offering authentic Indian dishes. Customers rave about the flavorful dishes, generous portion sizes, and prompt service. The menu features a variety of appetizers, vegetarian and non-vegetarian entrees, kabobs, bread, biryani, desserts, and beverages.

One of the highlights of dining at Nina’s is the freshly made naan bread, which complements the savory curries perfectly. Customers particularly enjoy the Chicken Tikka Masala, Navratan Korma, and Lamb Biryani for their rich flavors and authentic taste. The restaurant also offers combo meal deals, adding value to your dining experience.

The ambiance at Nina’s Indian Grocery & Restaurant is warm and inviting, with friendly staff ready to assist you. Whether you’re dining in or grabbing takeout, you can expect excellent customer service and a pleasant dining atmosphere. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, offers Wi-Fi, and has gender-neutral restrooms, ensuring a comfortable experience for all patrons.

Overall, Nina’s Indian Grocery & Restaurant is a must-visit destination for anyone craving authentic Indian cuisine or in search of international grocery items. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time visitor, Nina’s will delight your taste buds and provide a unique shopping experience unlike any other in South Orange County. So, head over to Nina’s and indulge in the flavors of India right in the heart of California.

Nina’s Indian Grocery & Restaurant Menu

Location

Address: 23542 El Toro Rd Lake Forest, CA 92630
Phone: (949) 583-2789

🕓 Work Hours
MON 9:30 AM - 10:00 PM
TUE 9:30 AM - 10:00 PM
WED 9:30 AM - 10:00 PM
THU 9:30 AM - 10:00 PM
FRI 9:30 AM - 10:00 PM
SAT 9:30 AM - 10:00 PM
SUN 9:30 AM - 9:30 PM

Business info

  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Reservations
    No
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Android Pay
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    Yes
  • Casual
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Lunch, Dinner
    Yes
  • Private Lot Parking
    Yes
  • Beer & Wine Only
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Gender-neutral restrooms
    Yes
  • Open to All
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    No
  • Wi-Fi
    No
  • Happy Hour
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Avishek C.

    01 July 2024

    Nina's is almost a South OC landmark now; serving the South Asian community for years. It's a great place to pick up any basic Indian groceries you are short on. Going to Artesia isn't plausible all the time. So this is where you can come to in a pinch. I find the produce here pretty good. It's comparable to most Persian groceries in terms of freshness. The restaurant though is not great. It's managed by Natraj. The food is pretty express. I don't eat here anymore. It's essentially white washed Indian food. The staff is very friendly and always happy to help.

  • Author: SallyAnn M.

    28 June 2024

    I have been coming here for over 10 years because Their food is always delicious! It's cafeteria style, you just pick out two or three entrées, tell them whether you want garlic or plain Naan bread, and get a beverage if you choose.

  • Author: Mimi L.

    20 June 2024

    This review is just for the food only~ You enter the market and go straight to the back where you'll see a "cafeteria" style-like "restaurant." This is a fast/casual dining establishment where you first place/select your food choice and then pay for your food upfront. I so enjoy coming here to get my Indian food fix. The meal combo deal PLUS the Yelp check-in free additional combo item makes it so much worth it! What I do appreciate & love about Nina's Restaurant is: (1) they are not stingy on the portion (2) the staff ask if I would like any of the curry sauces on my rice :) (3) items are well packaged (4) they honor the Yelp check-in free item Naan is made fresh to order, so you'll have to wait a little after your order is completed. The main items I have had here so far has all been pretty good. My favorite so far is the Chicken Tikka Masala and the Navratan Korma. The appetizer Aloo Chaat is good but feels like it is missing some chutney to go with it. Love the food so I will be back!

  • Author: Julie L.

    10 June 2024

    The scent of curry and Indian spices greet you before you enter the market. It's a small market but insanely packed to the brim. I took my time and went up and down the spice aisle. There are a lot of great deals but I had to guess on the quality based off of packaging and presentation since I wasn't familiar with the brands. Great to try out spices for new recipes too, jars and bags start at a few bucks. Tons of imported British foodstuff, candy, and spices. It's by far the most reasonable retails on Cadbury! I snagged rolls of Fruitella for $1.75 which taste like a creamier less artificial Starburst. Small section for housewares, beauty, & medicine. I didn't comp shop it. Highlight of the market was restaurant in the back. You can get hot food a la carte and the naan is made fresh to order. The tandori chicken comes as a side option or you can buy a full cut up chicken as well. The employee was nice and said we could sample anything if we liked. We were in a pinch on time so I asked what was the top vegetable side and he suggested cheese & peas which was my youngest favorite. Chicken curry was just ok. The tikka marsala was a family favorite. Highly recommend if you're in the area! I think it's probably better to go anyway, the food is not very hot in spite that we ate there. It was perfect as leftovers! And they package everything up perfectly so there's no chance of spillage. Great customer service!!

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